A roadmap towards the launch of joint cooperation and access to bilateral relations
An American, Israeli and Emirati agreement to stop Israel's annexation of the Palestinian lands
The agreement came during a phone call between Mohammed bin Zayed, Trump and Netanyahu. WAM
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, said that an agreement has been reached with US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stop Israel's annexation of the Palestinian territories, and it has also been agreed between the UAE and Israel to draw up a map A road towards launching joint cooperation, leading to bilateral relations.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said, in a tweet on his account on the Twitter site, yesterday: “In my phone call today with US President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, it was agreed to stop Israel's annexation of the Palestinian lands. The UAE and Israel also agreed to lay down a road map towards launching joint cooperation, leading to bilateral relations.
This came after President Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan agreed, in a phone call yesterday, to initiate full bilateral relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, according to a joint statement of the United States of America, Israel and the United Arab Emirates.
The statement said that this historic diplomatic achievement would enhance peace in the Middle East region, and it is a testament to the bold diplomacy and vision of the three leaders, and the courage of the United Arab Emirates and Israel to chart a new path that opens the way to great potentials in the region. The three countries face many common challenges at present, and will mutually benefit from yesterday's historic achievement.
The statement added that delegations from the UAE and Israel will meet, in the coming weeks, to sign bilateral agreements related to the sectors of investment, tourism, direct flights, security, communications, technology, energy, health care, culture and the environment, establishing mutual embassies, and other areas of common interest.
He explained that the initiation of direct relations between two of the largest economic powers in the Middle East would lead to the advancement of the region by stimulating economic growth, enhancing technological innovation, and strengthening relations between peoples.
The statement continued that as a result of this diplomatic breakthrough, and at the request of President Trump, and with the support of the UAE, Israel will stop the plan to annex Palestinian lands, in accordance with Trump's peace plan, and now focus its efforts on strengthening relations with other countries in the Arab and Islamic world. While the United States, the UAE, and Israel each believe in the possibility of making additional diplomatic achievements with other countries, they will work together to achieve this goal.
He said that the UAE and Israel will immediately strengthen and accelerate cooperation regarding the treatment and development of a vaccine for the emerging corona virus. By working together, these efforts will help save the lives of everyone, regardless of their religion, across the region.
The statement also made clear that the start of peaceful diplomatic relations would bring together two of America's most powerful partners in the region. The United Arab Emirates and Israel will join the United States to launch a strategic agenda for the Middle East, to expand diplomatic, commercial and security cooperation. Along with the United States, he said, the UAE and Israel share a similar view of threats and opportunities in the region, as well as a shared commitment to promoting stability through diplomatic engagement, increased economic integration, and security coordination. This agreement will lead to a better life for the people of the United Arab Emirates, Israel and the region. According to the statement, both the United States and Israel commended the UAE's participation in the reception that was held at the White House on January 28, when President Trump presented his peace plan, and they expressed their appreciation for the supportive statements made by the United Arab Emirates. According to the statement, the two sides will continue their efforts in this regard to reach a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. According to the peace plan, all Muslims may come to visit and pray at Al-Aqsa Mosque, and other holy sites in Jerusalem should remain open to worshipers of all faiths. In the conclusion of the statement, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Israeli Prime Minister expressed their deep appreciation to President Trump for his dedication to bringing peace to the region, and for the unique practical approach he took to achieve it. His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, said yesterday that the agreement to stop annexing the Palestinian territories is "an important diplomatic achievement." His Highness affirmed that this agreement represents a major breakthrough in Arab-Israeli relations, and "opens new horizons for peace and stability in the region."
International praises of the Emirati, American, Israeli agreement
The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, welcomed the agreement between the UAE, America and Israel. "We welcome any initiative that would enhance security and stability in the Middle East," Guterres said.
For his part, the British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, praised the agreement and considered it a step to achieve peace. Johnson said in a tweet: "The agreement between the UAE and Israel to freeze the annexation of Palestinian lands is a welcome step on the road to a more peaceful Middle East." In Germany, the media described the agreement as a "historic, diplomatic breakthrough that paves the way for the spread of peace in the turbulent Middle East." The well-known German magazine, Der Spiegel, described the agreement as a "great achievement and a diplomatic breakthrough," and highlighted the success of the agreement in dissuading Israel from attempts to annex parts of the West Bank. Capitals ■ agencies
Gargash: The decision to stop annexing the Palestinian territories is a historic diplomatic achievement
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Anwar Gargash, said that the tripartite contact between the UAE, the United States and Israel has made a qualitative breakthrough to preserve peace in the region, and obligated Israel to freeze the annexation of Palestinian lands.
And Gargash considered that the Israeli freezing of the decision to annex the Palestinian lands is a great gain and achievement for the benefit of the future of the region, its people and the world.
He stressed that the UAE guaranteed, during the phone call, Israel's commitment to stop annexing Palestinian lands, which would preserve the two-state solution.
In an interview with Sky News Arabia, Gargash said: “The decision of the Israeli government, within the electoral candidates’ program, to annex Palestinian lands, was a worrying decision for all countries of the world, because this decision would end any real opportunity for a two-state solution. ”
He added: “From this standpoint, the UAE moved within the Arab consensus, based on the Arab League’s statement, in which it expressed its concern about the move to annex Palestinian lands to the Israeli occupation .. and with the positive balance that the UAE and its leadership bear, the idea developed on a quiet fire, through An American follow-up, which resulted in obligating Israel to freeze the annexation of Palestinian lands, and in return is the development of normal relations.
Gargash pointed out that the decision to stop the annexation of Palestinian lands is a historic diplomatic achievement, adding that the UAE believes that its commitment to establishing normal bilateral relations with Israel will enable it, through direct communication, to play an influential role in relation to the security and stability of the region, in cooperation with sister countries. And the friend, according to the Emirates News Agency.
Gargash stressed in an interview with "Sky News Arabia": "I do not claim that the issues have become easier, but I say that the danger hanging over the two-state solution has been neutralized by this decision, through the American role, and through the American contribution."
He added, "The UAE today, with a courageous decision, invested its funds to freeze any annexation of Palestinian lands. Therefore, returning to the negotiating table is a Palestinian decision and an Israeli decision, and we must support the Palestinian side in this direction."
"The region cannot move forward without leadership and courageous initiatives, and the UAE today has something tangible to offer to the Arabs and the international community," Gargash stressed.
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs noted that "our main initiative is not to solve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. This matter is left to the Palestinians and Israelis, but in contributing to the dismantling of a time bomb that threatened the two-state solution, and this bomb is Israel's annexation of the Palestinian territories."
He stressed that the tripartite contact between His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, US President Donald Trump, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opens a new page of cooperation in many medical, economic, investment, tourism and technological fields, what Promotes prosperity for the peoples of the region as a whole.
He stressed that in light of these developments, the UAE calls for a return to direct negotiations between the Israelis and the Palestinians, because they are the only two parties that can reach a lasting solution to this conflict. Dubai ■ Emirates Today
Trump hails historic agreement: 'huge breakthrough'
US President Donald Trump described the Emirati-Israeli agreement, which led to the freezing of Israel's annexation of the Palestinian territories, as a "huge and historic breakthrough".
Trump said during a press conference at the White House that the agreement "is the most important achievement in 25 years, and we may see other agreements."
He also wrote in a tweet yesterday: "A huge breakthrough today ... a historic agreement between two of our great friends ... Israel and the United Arab Emirates." Washington ■ agencies
Sisi welcomes the tripartite joint statement
The Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, welcomed the tripartite joint statement between the United States, the UAE and Israel. He said in tweets yesterday: "I followed with great interest and appreciation the tripartite joint statement between the United States, the Emirates and Israel regarding the agreement to stop Israel's annexation of the Palestinian territories and take steps that would bring peace to the Middle East." The Egyptian President appreciated the efforts of those in charge of this agreement to achieve prosperity and stability in the region. Cairo ■ WAM
Bahrain and Austria praise the "agreement"
Bahrain expressed its deep congratulations to the UAE and its wise leadership for announcing with the United States and Israel an agreement that would stop annexing Palestinian lands, and taking steps that enhance the chances of reaching peace in the Middle East. She praised the sincere diplomatic efforts made by the UAE, stressing that this historic step will contribute to strengthening stability and peace in the region. It also praised the great efforts made by the United States to reach this historic agreement, in continuation of its continuous eagerness to strengthen and consolidate the foundations of security, stability and peace in all parts of the world. The Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs also welcomed the joint statement of the United States, Israel and the UAE. She described the decision as "a historic step towards a more peaceful and prosperous Middle East." ■ Capitals and wam
- Israel will stop the plan to annex Palestinian lands, and will now focus its efforts on strengthening relations with the Arab and Islamic world.
Along with America, the UAE and Israel share a similar view regarding threats and opportunities in the region.